Cloyes 9-5597 Engine Timing Chain Guide - Center Upper or Upper

Cloyes Timing Chain Guide 9-5597

The Cloyes 9-5597 timing chain guide is a specific-fit engine timing component for select Nissan and INFINITI V6 applications. It helps keep the timing chain aligned between the crankshaft and camshaft, supporting quiet operation and consistent timing chain control.

Key Features

• Brand: Cloyes Timing Chain Guide
• Part number: 9-5597
• Material: Nylon/Steel with black finish
• Shoe included and bracket included
• Specific fit design for application-matched installation
• Length: 10 1/2 in.; width: 0.94 in.; height: 1.00 in.
• Two mounting holes with 0.27 in. inside diameter

Product Details

Cloyes timing chain guides are CAD designed and manufactured with advanced materials to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements. This guide uses a nylon/steel construction to provide a durable wear surface where the timing chain rides, while the bracketed design supports stable chain tracking. The 9-5597 is listed for center upper and upper timing chain guide positions across a wide range of Nissan 350Z, Altima, Maxima, Murano, Pathfinder, Quest, and 370Z applications, as well as INFINITI G35, G37, FX35, FX37, Q50, Q70, QX50, QX60, and related models.

This part cross-references 95597 for the same application.

Common Uses

• Replacing a worn timing chain guide on a Nissan Altima, center upper
• Servicing timing chain noise on an INFINITI G35, center upper
• Restoring chain alignment on a Nissan Murano, center upper
• Addressing timing chain wear on an INFINITI Q50, center upper
• Supporting timing service on a Nissan 370Z, center upper

Installation Notes

Verify part number, dimensions, and engine application before purchase, especially on vehicles with date-specific coverage such as 2017 Q50 through 5/1/17 and 2016 Pathfinder through 7/1/2016. Cloyes recommends replacing the chain tensioner, sprockets, and guides together when servicing the timing chain system. Confirm the correct position listed for your vehicle: center upper, upper, or N/A where shown in the fitment data.

Quality Assurance

Cloyes manufactures this timing chain guide using advanced materials and testing procedures focused on function and durability. The design is intended to meet or exceed OEM performance requirements for the listed Nissan and INFINITI applications.